Grants of up to $60,000 to build new Men’s Sheds

Communities across Victoria can now apply for grants to build a new Men’s Shed following the release of $750,000 in funding by the Andrews Labor Government.

Minister for Families and Children, Jenny Mikakos today announced the release of the funds at a visit to the Banyule Men’s Shed with local MP Anthony Carbines.

Men’s sheds are places where men can meet, share common projects and make friends.

Grants of up to $60,000 are available to help build new sheds, especially where there is a high level of community need and where communities face infrastructure challenges.

Funds may be used to:

construct a new Men’s Shed

redevelop an existing building into a Men’s Shed or

co-locate a Men’s Shed in a multifunction community facility or hub

The Victorian Men’s Shed Association president, Phil Keily welcomed the announcement and said the funding was a great opportunity to expand the Men’s Sheds program into new communities across the state.

Applications that demonstrate significant partnerships and support from relevant community groups such as the local council, neighbourhood house or adult-learning providers are particularly encouraged to apply.